it's national chocolate pudding day!

here's where to celebrate in our favorite cities

Whether you've got super cool parents who have passed down an insanely delicious recipe for homemade chocolate pudding, or you're only familiar with the tasty treat because of 1995's Billy Madison ("You know I like Snack Pack. Why can't you just give me a Snack Pack?") today's the day to eat it. That's because it's actually National Chocolate Pudding Day. Yes, it's seriously a thing. Why? We're not really sure, but after you try the sweet, gooey, dish at one of our favorite spots below, you'll probably no longer feel the need to ask questions.

New York City: MexicueChocolate Banana PuddingHomemade chocolate pudding with vanilla wafers and banana.

Boston: The LanghamChocolate Croissant Bread PuddingYou'll have to wait until the hotel's Chocolate Bar on Saturday mornings to try their version of the pudding, but when you do, here's what it's made with: Dark chocolate, vanilla, and croissants.